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simple poached chicken

dominicksnana avatar
Recipe by
Julie Prior
@dominicksnana
Mesquite, NV

This chicken can be used for anything that calls for it...soups, salads, chili, pasta, etc. Save the broth to use for other things or to poach more chicken.

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 35 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For simple poached chicken

  • 4 c
    low sodium chicken broth
  • 4 c
    water
  • 2-2 1/2 lb
    chicken breast halves, skinless and boneless, (4-6)
  • 2 slice
    bay leaves, dried
  • 1
    lemon, thinly sliced
  • 5-6
    whole peppercorns

How To Make simple poached chicken

  • 1
    Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Combine broth and water. Put chicken in a 13x9 casserole pan. Pour broth and water over chicken. Add bay leaves and peppercorns to liquid. Place sliced lemons on top of chicken.
  • 2
    Cover with foil. Bake for 35 mins or until chicken is no longer pink inside.
  • 3
    Shred, cube , julienne or leave whole. Put in baggies to use in next few days or freeze for future use.
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